Courses Offered in Psychology at Indian River State College

DEP 2004  Human Development (3 credits)

This course develops knowledge of the biological, psychological, and social development stages of the human being from conception to death, including their relationship to education.  Prerequisite/Corequisite:  ENC 1101.

PSY 2012  Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes by surveying the different subfields of psychology.  Topics include the brain, memory, personality, abnormal behavior, and cognition.  Prerequisite:  Student must score into college-level English on placement test.

PSY 2924  Introduction to Sports Psychology (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of people and their behavior in sports and exercise contexts.  Topics include the psychological factors affecting physical performance and the effect that sports participation has on psychological development, health, and well-being.